Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, 20 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq., is a federal
law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, or denies participation in
any federally funded education program or activity. In conjunction with Title IX,
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects individuals against sex discrimination
(as well as discrimination on the bases of race, color, national origin, and religion)
in employment.

Sex discrimination is defined as unequal treatment of individuals based on gender,
and has many forms. Sexual violence is a form of sex discrimination, and is defined
as any physical sexual act committed upon a person against the person’s will or where/when
the person is incapable of giving consent due to use of drugs or alcohol, or for other
reasons. Sexual violence includes, but is not limited to sexual assault (non-consensual
sexual intercourse and non-consensual sexual contact), dating violence, domestic violence,
stalking, and retaliation.

As the Title IX Coordinator she is charged with the oversight and monitoring of APSU’s
compliance efforts. APSU has appointed Greg Singleton, Associate Vice President for Student Affairs & Dean of Students as
the Deputy Title IX Coordinator. Austin Peay State University (APSU) does not discriminate against students, employees,
or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed,
national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity/expression,
disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other
legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities sponsored
by APSU. Inquiries or complaints regarding the non-discrimination policies, including
Title IX complaints can be directed to any of the offices listed on this page.

What Does Title IX Cover?

Title IX prohibits:

*Sexual Misconduct (includes acts of sexual violence)

*Gender Discrimination

*Sexual harassment

*Retaliation

Why is Title IX Important?

* 1 in 5 women are victims of completed or attempted sexual assault while in college.

* 6.1 percent of males are victims of completed or attempted sexual assault while
in college.

If a student believes that they have been subjected to or they have been a witness
to any of the prohibited behavior outlined above, (coming from a faculty member, staff,
or another student), they may file an internal complaint. See APSU Policy 6:004 (Discrimination and Harassment Complaints (other than Complaints
of Sexual Violence and Stalking) Complaint Investigation Procedure at APSU 6:004

Your Rights (Under Title IX) as a member of the Austin Peay State University (APSU)
Community

YOU HAVE THE RIGHT to file a complaint according to APSU’s Sexual Violence and Stalking Policy. You
also have the right to request a criminal investigation with law enforcement.

YOU HAVE THE RIGHTto interim support and reasonable protective measures to help you continue to live
and learn at APSU, for instance a housing or academic modification.

YOU HAVE THE RIGHT to understand that APSU is required to undertake a prompt and thorough investigation
of all reports of sexual violence.

YOU HAVE THE RIGHTto request and obtain a No Contact Order and information about how to request Protection
from Abuse Orders.

YOU HAVE THE RIGHTnot to be discouraged in your use of resources, processes, or support and to report
to the Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator if your rights have been
violated.

YOU HAVE THE RIGHTto be free from retaliation for exercising your rights.

YOU HAVE THE RIGHTto access on- and off-campus support and health services.

Sexual Respect and Title IX

Austin Peay State University (APSU) strives to provide a safe learning and working
environment for its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Accordingly, sexual discrimination
in any form, including (but not limited to) sexual assault, sexual harassment, domestic
violence, dating violence, stalking, and retaliation, is expressly prohibited by APSU.

APSU holds a zero tolerance policy against sexual violence. Sexual violence occurs
when sexual acts are forced upon a person against his/her will, or whenever a person
is unable to give consent to sexual acts. Sexual violence can be committed by a stranger
or by someone you know, whether you are in an intimate or sexual relationship with
that person or not. Sexual violence can be committed by men or women, and can occur
between people of the same or different sex.

If you have experienced or have witnessed any form of sexual discrimination, including
sexual violence, we encourage you to report the incident(s) to the APSU Campus Police,
the Title IX Coordinator, the Deputy Title IX Coordinator or the Equal Opportunity
Compliance Officer and Investigator. These individuals will assist in addressing
the incident and preventing its recurrence.

Required Training

Austin Peay State University (APSU) does not discriminate against students, employees,
or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed,
national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity/expression,
disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other
legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities sponsored
by APSU.

In order to maintain compliance with Federal Regulations all new employees are required
to complete mandatory training on Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault and Discrimination.
APSU utlizes the Everfi website for training on Title IXof the Education Amendments Act of 1972 . All employees to include graduate teaching assistants are required to complete
the two part Haven for Faculty and Staff training.